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The Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Studies equips students with skills for diverse career paths in government, education, commerce, global development, and communications. The program develops proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension while providing deep insights into Arab cultures. Our curriculum delivers comprehensive language instruction in both formal Arabic (fusHa) and regional dialects through a blended learning method that teaches colloquial and classical Arabic concurrently. Learners gain cultural awareness by examining varied Arab communities and regions, developing a worldwide viewpoint. Numerous students opt to combine their Arabic major with studies in arts, humanities, business, sciences, political science, or media.
High school students and students with fewer than 12 semester hours or 18 quarter hours of university-level credit beyond secondary school should apply as freshman applicants.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
University of Maryland passing score: 95
Maryland English Institute score: 94 or lower
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
University of Maryland passing score: 7
Maryland English Institute score: 6.5 or lower